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BT55 KDF

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

63,895 mi
Last recorded63,895 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 KDF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 63,895 miles

nearside and offside front inner tyre walls begining to split

Pass 3 Nov 2016 51,249 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 51,249 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 48,154 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 44,062 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 44,062 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 39,768 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 39,768 miles

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 35,704 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Jan 2013 35,704 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 31,142 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Jan 2012 31,142 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 26,728 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 22,020 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 22,020 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 12,612 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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BT55 KDF is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2006 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 42,791 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT55 KDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT55 KDF registered?

BT55 KDF is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 January 2006.

Is BT55 KDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 KDF shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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